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Sharjah International Book Fair

‘A wrong message spreads just as quickly as the right one; gen next creators learn how to become influencers at SIBF 2024

‘A wrong message spreads just as quickly as the right one; gen next creators learn how to become influencers at SIBF 2024

Session by Palestinian blogger Faisal Alqedra introduces essential skills required to create impactful for meaningful online presence at the Sharjah International Book Fair

Sharjah, November 11, 2024

It was a day out for UAE’s next gen content creators at the ongoing 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) on Sunday as they learnt what is like to be an ‘influencer for a day’ as part of a social media workshop.

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Sharjah International Book Fair

House of Wisdom and ‘Majarra’ Team Up to Unlock 70,000 Knowledge Resources for Readers and Researchers

In the Presence of Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi:

House of Wisdom and ‘Majarra’ Team Up to Unlock 70,000 Knowledge Resources for Readers and Researchers


Sharjah, 11 November 2024

In a key moment attended by Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), House of Wisdom (HoW) in Sharjah has formed a strategic partnership with ‘Majarra,’ a premier platform for reliable and valuable Arabic content. This collaboration is set to deepen the ties between the two organisations and broaden access to essential knowledge resources for the entire community.

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Entertainment & Celebrity

7th META Cinema Forum Day 1 highlights key Insights, Trends and Industry Milestones

Dubai, UAE: The 7th META Cinema Forum kicked off today at the Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, bringing together cinema leaders and innovators from across the META region. Opening with remarks from Lara Tan, Conference Director at Great Minds Group, and Paul Schwarz, Technical Director at Dubai Acoustic Research Laboratory, the forum set a strong tone for exploring the future of cinema in the Middle East and Africa.

The first day included a panel discussion that addressed the role of government and new strategies aimed at fostering a holistic film culture and supporting the movie industry alongside the creative economy. The discussion covered various aspects, including the establishment of new authorities and mandates, funding institutions, state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure, and educational platforms to nurture talent. Moderated by Rory McLoughlin, Founder of Like Minds, the panel featured industry leaders Sameer Al Jaberi, Nader Al Rawahy, Georges Khouri, and Nancy Paton.

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Sharjah International Book Fair

Kids “Scratch” to rock at SIBF 2024 workshop blending music, coding and creativity

The 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair hosts interactive workshops that make learning as fun as it is educational


Sharjah, November 11, 2024

Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) welcomed children to discover the art of music-making with a tech twist at its “Make Your Own Electric Guitar” workshop. This hands-on experience for children ages 7 to 13 combined creativity, craftsmanship, and the basics of coding, transforming simple paper templates into functional electric guitars.

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Health Care

Biongevity launches world’s first AI-powered longevity app and Longevity Fitness Challenge in line with the UAE’s Vision 2031

Biongevity introduces its one-of-a-kind initiatives to promote longevity and healthspan of users across the UAE

Date: Dubai, UAE; November 11, 2024

Biongevity, a leader in innovative health solutions, has unveiled an advanced AI-powered health and wellness app, a platform designed to empower users with personalised fitness and health management tools and the world’s first Longevity Fitness Challenge that will encourage the UAE’s population in making health and fitness a daily priority.

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